DHEC: 219 new cases of COVID-19, 76 additional virus related deaths in SC
DHEC reports 219 new cases of COVID-19 and 76 additional virus related deaths in the state.
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Officials stress the importance of staying prepared during Severe Weather and Flood Safety Week
This week marks Severe Weather and Flood Safety Week in South Carolina, and officials are reminding people that tornadoes, flooding and wind can be serious dangers in the Palmetto State.
DHEC: Hospitalizations dropping this month
DHEC says the number of hospitalized COVID-19 patients is dropping this month.
SCDMV helping some drivers with suspended licenses reduce or clear their suspensions this week
This week, SCDMV says drivers with licenses suspended for certain reasons may be able to get their remaining suspension time cleared or reduced.
One man injured after shooting, Columbia Police Dept. investigating
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - One person is injured after a shooting in Columbia. A shooting on the 3400 block of Belvedere Drive has left one man injured, according to the Columbia Police Department. Investigators say they are working to talk…
One man is dead after shooting in Columbia
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - One man is dead after a shooting on Saturday, according to the Columbia Police Department. Investigators say the shooting happened around 1:00 p.m. on the 1700 block of Van Heise Street. Police say initially officers were…
Earthquake hits near Elgin
ELGIN, S.C. (WOLO) -United States Geological Survey reports an earthquake hit just outside of Elgin. According to the report, the earthquake happened Friday morning at 11:35 a.m. about 3.9 miles southeast of Elgin. The USGS says the quake measured at…
Consumer News: Russian invasion of Ukraine driving up corn prices, gas prices continue to soar across the country
Consumer News: Russian invasion of Ukraine driving up corn prices, gas prices continue to soar across the country
South Carolina family demanding answers after daughter dies in New Orleans
A South Carolina mom is demanding answers tonight. Ciaya Whetstone, a former University of New Orleans student, died nearly two weeks ago after an Uber driver dropped her off at a hospital. Whetstone's family says authorities have not told them anything, and that Uber driver has not contacted them.
Forestry Commission urges caution when conducting outdoor burns
The Forestry Commission is asking the public to exercise caution when conducting outdoor burns of any kind.
2 Marines eject and survive South Carolina fighter jet crash
Military officials say two Marines were able to eject and survive when their fighter jet crashed in South Carolina.
DHEC asking residents to submit dead birds to help track West Nile virus
DHEC says residents can help the health agency track West Nile virus by submitting certain species of dead birds for testing.
DHEC: 411 new cases of COVID-19, three new deaths in SC
DHEC reports 411 new cases of COVID-19 and three new deaths in South Carolina.
Forestry Commission urges 'extreme caution' with outdoor burning
Columbia, SC (WOLO) -- The South Carolina Forestry Commission is asking anyone planning to do any outdoor burning whatsoever to use extreme caution. This request comes after the agency reports a huge…
S. Carolina lawmakers stall abortion bills through walkout
Two South Carolina lawmakers have managed to delay two abortion-related bills by simply leaving the room.
SCDEW reports drop in initial unemployment insurance claims last week
The South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce reports a drop in first time unemployment insurance claims filed last week.
Every SC taxpayer gets at least $100 rebate in Senate bill
Everybody who files an income tax return in South Carolina would get a rebate check of at least $100 in a bill being considered by the state Senate.
DHEC updating guidelines for its response to the pandemic
As COVID-19 cases drop across the state, DHEC is changing some of its guidelines for how it is responding to the pandemic.
AG Wilson joins coalition investigating TikTok
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson is joining several other states in an investigation into TikTok and its impact on young Americans.
Bill to break up South Carolina health agency moves forward
The Senate Medical Affairs committee voted Thursday to send the bill that would split up the Department of Health and Environmental Control to the Senate floor.
